Discover the success stories of Habitat homeowners across our state. These stories were made possible through the tireless efforts of Habitat for Humanity’s 23 affiliates. Each affiliate has played a crucial role in helping Colorado families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.
HFH Fort Collins
Chris, a human resources manager and Fort Collins native, embraces the stability that owning a Habitat for Humanity home brings, allowing him to focus on his career and consider further education while providing a permanent place for his family in their hometown.
HFH Mesa County
Retired Veteran David and his wife Marta, see their partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County as an opportunity to finally own an affordable and secure home. Grateful for the chance to be part of a supportive community, they view the Habitat experience as not just building a home but constructing a foundation of hope and stability for the rest of their lives.
HFH Vail Valley
Colorado natives Alejandra and Andy, an Avon police officer and stay-at-home mother, are grateful for the opportunity to build a Habitat for Humanity home, providing their family with security and stability. The prospect of homeownership not only relieves the burden of housing uncertainty but also ensures a friendly community for their children to grow up in.
HFH Archuleta
Lamont and Jill were overjoyed to see their dream of owning a home turning into reality with the help of Habitat Archuleta. Lamont, works at a local ski area, while Jill, a seventh-generation Colorado native, loves pouring her heart into her family and community. For their family of four, homeownership in Pagosa Springs means stability, a place to plant roots, and the chance to grow together in a supportive community.
Berthoud HFH
After years of moving from place to place, Cara and her son are finally seeing their dream of stability come to life with Berthoud Habitat. Cara, a dedicated single mom, has worked tirelessly to provide for her family despite facing unsafe living conditions and countless moves. For them, homeownership represents more than just a roof over their heads. It’s also a chance to build a future, create lasting memories, and find peace in a safe, welcoming community.
Pikes Peak HFH
Kayla, who works for a media company, is a Colorado Springs native whose children, now teenagers, could never invite friends over because the family’s living conditions were so crowded and unsafe. In their new Habitat for Humanity home, not only can they host friends, but her son plays basketball in the driveway, and they have a community of neighbors they trust.
Pikes Peak HFH
Karmen, a U.S. Army veteran who works for a government office, spent years living in public housing with her two sons. Thanks to Habitat for Humanity, she became the first of her four sisters to own a home, and she hopes they can someday follow in her footsteps. As a homeowner, she can now accept promotions at work without worrying that an increase in income will require her to find a more expensive place to live.
HFH of the San Juans
Our newest homeowner is April Heard, a local veteran. April continues to serve our local community as the Executive Director of a non-profit organization who helps veterans. The time has now arrived for April's community to serve her by making the dream of home a reality!
HFH Roaring Fork
Isidoro, a local electrician, and his wife, Luz, experienced a life-changing moment when they received the call announcing they had been selected as Habitat homeowners. Their daughters, ages 7 and 4, would finally have their own rooms and a bathtub—a simple luxury that filled the family with joy, reminding them that it's the little things that make the biggest difference.
HFH La Plata
Kerry is a local schoolteacher raising two daughters and enriching the minds of our community’s youth. A Habitat home has brought peace and stability to their lives, allowing them to live with less worry. They have made new friends and are thriving in their Habitat community.
Loveland HFH
Gladis is a 63 year old healthcare worker. She has custody of her 2 grandchildren. Her grandson is developmentally disabled and will live with his grandmother for the rest of his life. Having a Habitat home will allow her to have an affordable housing payment, providing financial stability. The family is especially excited to have a yard, because they've never had one before in an apartment.
Greeley-Weld HFH
Gilbert and Stephanie, are raising their three children with love and resilience. After losing their apartment and belongings to flooding and enduring unimaginable loss, they remain hopeful for a fresh start. A Habitat home would give their family the stability and safe space they need to heal, grow, and stay connected to their community.